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cilantro and pine nut pesto

Cilantro Pine Nut Pesto Sauce Recipe

Pesto is such a versatile sauce and so great on many dishes. This Cilantro Pine Nut Pesto Sauce recipe is one of my favorites. Try it on gnocchi, poached eggs, fish, and chicken. 

Course Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Keyword pesto, sauce
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper

Instructions

  1. Put the cilantro, parsley, cheese, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor. Pulse to give it a rough chopping. 

  2. With the food processor going, add in the olive oil, a tablespoon at a time. You may not need the full amount and only want to use enough to bring it together to the consistency desired. 

  3. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts
Cilantro Pine Nut Pesto Sauce Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 272
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.